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Discovering the megalithic sites of the nation

This comprehensive guide to prehistoric sites in Britain and Ireland is unparalleled. Divided into the different regions of the area, every standing stone or chambered...

These clever canines can sniff out illegal goods

Illicit cigarettes have been found in Scotland with help from two four-legged friends. Thousands of illicit cigarettes have been uncovered by Highland Council’s Trading Standards...
The Thomas Percy Proclamation (Photo: Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Archives)

Gunpowder Plot document found in city archives

An ancient document relating to the origins of Guy Fawkes Night has been found in the archives of a Scottish city. The fifth of November...
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Macmillan clan chief keeps the wheels turning

In the impressive grounds of Finlaystone House, Port Glasgow, stands an ancient Yew tree, known as the John Knox Tree. The tree, which survived a...

The fifth and final part of our short story

Today we bring you the concluding part of Foxcastle, our exclusive short story. Handheld Press, which is run by Kate Macdonald, who is originally from...

Chef Tom is at his happiest in The Kitchin

Scottish chef Tom Kitchin has been one to watch for many years. After opening his Edinburgh restaurant The Kitchin, he became the youngest winner of...

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Game of Thrones actor Rory McCann invests in a new Scotch whisky Slanj

Game of Thrones actor Rory McCann has invested in a new blended Scotch whisky brand, called Slanj. Brothers Brian and Craig Halley, alongside friend Stuart...
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How the UK–India trade deal opens door in the Scotch whisky industry

Euan Duncan, a Partner at law firm Morton Fraser MacRoberts, on how the UK–India trade deal will affect Scottish whisky and the importance of geographical...
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Scottish Field Summer Challenge 2025 Results

For 25 years – a quarter of a century – the Scottish Field Whisky Challenge has been helping readers to discover some of the best...
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A Dram with Stewart Bowman, Lochranza: ‘Whisky is not just about making something to drink. It’s about the people and the place, it’s a journey’

Lochranza distillery manager Stewart Bowman chats about his career in whisky, his favourite flavour profiles and what makes Lochranza and Arran whisky so special.  ...
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Ardbeg Smokiverse explores a new high gravity dimension

Islay-based Ardbeg Distillery has unveiled Ardbeg Smokiverse - its new limited-edition release to mark Ardbeg Day 2025, which takes place on Saturday 31st May as the...
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Glen Scotia reveals oldest ever whisky – a 50-year-old that’s the first edition in its new Elements series

Glen Scotia has unveiled a 50-year-old as the first edition in its new Elements of Campbeltown collection. The Elements of Campbeltown Collection takes inspiration from...

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